Medieval Hand – Forged Viking Sword Damascus Steel / sharp Battle Ready gift

Description

Medieval Hand Forged Viking Sword Damascus Steel With Scabbard Battle Ready GK

over all length: 36″Inches
handle length ; 8″
blade length ; 28″
Material: DAMASCUS Steel
Handle ; wood
Blade Hardness: 54-58 HRC
Blade Sharpness: Razor Sharpened Edge
Special Gift
with scabbard

The medieval sword, an iconic weapon of the Middle Ages (5th to 15th century), evolved in design and purpose over time, reflecting advancements in technology, warfare, and social structure. Here’s an in-depth look:

History

1. Early Middle Ages (5th–10th Century):
Migration Period Swords: Shorter, double-edged swords derived from Roman designs (e.g., the spatha).
Viking Age Swords: Long, straight, and double-edged, with a fuller to reduce weight and enhance balance.
Focus was on slashing in combat due to the lack of heavy armor.

2. High Middle Ages (11th–13th Century):

Norman Swords: Introduced during the Norman Conquest, characterized by broad, straight blades.
Crusader Swords: Featured a cruciform hilt, symbolizing Christian faith. Designed for both slashing and thrusting.
This era saw the rise of mail armor, requiring swords to be versatile in cutting and piercing.

3. Late Middle Ages (14th–15th Century):

Arming Sword: A one-handed sword paired with a shield, ideal for knights in chainmail or plate armor.
Longsword: A two-handed sword for increased reach and power. Techniques like half-swording were used to exploit armor weaknesses.
Estoc: A specialized thrusting sword with a narrow, pointed blade for piercing plate armor.
Features
1. Blade:
Material: Initially iron, later high-carbon steel + Damascus steel for better durability and sharpness.
Shape: Varied by type; some were broad for slashing, others narrow for thrusting.
2. Hilt:
Grip: Often wrapped in leather or cord for a firm hold.
Cross guard: Provided protection for the wielder’s hand.
Pommel: Balanced the sword and served as a secondary striking weapon.
3. Weight and Balance:
Medieval swords typically weighed 2–4 lbs (1–2 kg), designed for agility rather than brute force.
4. Types:
One-Handed Sword: For use with a shield or dagger.
Two-Handed Sword (Longsword): For greater leverage and power.
Great sword: Massive swords used primarily for ceremonial or battlefield intimidation.

How Medieval Swords Were Used
1. Combat Techniques:
Slashing: Wide arcs to cut through flesh and unarmored opponents.
Thrusting: Targeting weak points in armor, such as joints or gaps.
Parrying: Blocking or deflecting enemy strikes with the blade.

2. Fencing Styles:
Developed in schools across Europe, such as those founded by Johannes Liechtenauer in Germany and Fiore dei Liberi in Italy.

3. Tactics Against Armor:
Half-Swording: Holding the blade near the middle for precision in thrusting.
Mordhau (“Murder Strike”): Using the sword’s pommel or crossguard as a bludgeoning weapon.

4. Battlefield Use:
Swords were secondary weapons for knights, following lances or polearms in mounted combat.
Infantry soldiers used swords alongside shields, spears, or axes.
Symbolism
Status: Swords were expensive and symbolized wealth and knighthood.

Ceremony: Used in knightly dubbing ceremonies or as symbols of justice and authority.
The medieval sword remains one of history’s most enduring symbols of power, chivalry, and innovation. It combined practicality with artistry, evolving alongside the needs of the battlefield

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PRECAUTIONS
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Tips to Care knife/Sword:
1. NEVER STORE YOUR KNIFE/SWORD FOR LONG TIME IN LEATHER SHEATH.
2. LEATHER CAN ABSORB WATER, WHICH WILL RUST THE KNIFE.
3. ALWAYS CLEAN THE BLADE AFTER USING WITH OIL OR WA

Customer from remote area will pay 40 dollars more because it is DHL’s policy, we will not take it